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Pompeii worms get their name from the place they were found/discovered- Pompeii.

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What is there to know about pompeii worms?

The Pompeii worms are a species of polychaete worms found in the Pacific Ocean (deep-sea) at hydrothermal vents.


Where are Pompeii worms found?

In the ocean


Where do pompeii worms live?

Pompeii Worms live on hydrothermal sea vents at the bottom of the ocean ranging from 6,500-10,000 ft. below sea level


The relationship between Pompeii worms and thermophile bacteria?

Pompeii worms have a symbiotic relationship with thermophile bacteria that live in their tissues. The bacteria provide nutrients to the worms through chemosynthesis, converting chemicals from hydrothermal vents into usable energy. In return, the worms provide a habitat and protection for the bacteria.


What do deep sea Pompeii worms eat?

bacteria


How do Pompeii worms reproduce?

They can either reproduce sexualy or asexualy.


Where can you find Pompeii worms?

they are located in the east pacific and are found on black smokers


What symbiosis is the Pompeii worms?

Pompeii worms exhibit a mutualistic symbiosis with specific types of bacteria. These worms live in extreme hydrothermal vent environments and rely on the bacteria for nutrition, as the bacteria oxidize sulfide from the vent water. In return, the worms provide a habitat for the bacteria within their specialized gills, creating a stable environment for their growth. This relationship allows both organisms to thrive in harsh conditions.


What do Pompeii worms eat?

I think it feeds on bactiria. I did alot of research but that is all it talked about. Sorry if its wrong


How do worms get their names?

by their shapes and where they live


What are the names of the two towns in Italy that were destroyed by a volcano?

One was Pompeii. Destroyed by mount Versuvius.


What are names of 3 famous archaeological sites?

# Pompeii, Italy. # Tenochtitlan, Mexico # Saqqara, Egypt